Oppo Reno 12 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
The Verdict
Oppo Reno 12 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE represent different value propositions in the mid-range market. Oppo delivers a larger 6.7-inch AMOLED display with superior 1200-nit peak brightness, faster 80W charging, and a more capable front camera at 50MP with 4K video recording. Its MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy processor offers competitive performance for everyday tasks. Samsung counters with a more compact 6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen, stronger brightness at 1450 nits, better main camera with Dual Pixel PDAF, and superior optical zoom via its 3x telephoto lens. Galaxy S23 FE also provides IP68 water resistance versus IP65, wireless charging, and superior software longevity. At $449, Oppo Reno 12 Pro represents exceptional value with better battery capacity and charging speed, making it ideal for users prioritizing battery life and performance per dollar. Samsung Galaxy S23 FE justifies its $599 premium through superior zoom capability and wireless charging, appealing to photography enthusiasts seeking optical versatility. Choose Oppo for value and endurance, Samsung for zoom and wireless convenience.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Oppo Reno 12 Pro if…
- →Exceptionally thin at 7.4 mm and light at 180 g
- →50MP telephoto adds genuine zoom versatility at this price
- →80W fast charging is among the fastest in the mid-range
Buy the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE if…
- →Flagship features like 120Hz AMOLED and IP68 at a lower price
- →Bright 1450-nit display for good outdoor visibility
- →3x optical zoom telephoto is rare in this price range
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Oppo Reno 12 Pro
Pros
- Exceptionally thin at 7.4 mm and light at 180 g
- 50MP telephoto adds genuine zoom versatility at this price
- 80W fast charging is among the fastest in the mid-range
- 50MP front camera is excellent for selfies and video calls
- AI-powered photo editing features included
Cons
- Dimensity 7300 is modest for the price
- 8MP ultrawide is noticeably weak
- IP65 — resistant to water jets but not submersion
- ColorOS has pre-installed bloatware
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Pros
- Flagship features like 120Hz AMOLED and IP68 at a lower price
- Bright 1450-nit display for good outdoor visibility
- 3x optical zoom telephoto is rare in this price range
- Four years of OS updates guaranteed
- Wireless charging with reverse wireless PowerShare
Cons
- Exynos 2200 variant has weaker performance and efficiency
- Only 25W wired charging is slow for 2023
- Gorilla Glass 5 is older protection than Victus 2
- 8 MP telephoto resolution is low
- Heavier at 209 g due to older processor thermals
Full Specifications
| Spec | Oppo Reno 12 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 (ColorOS 14) | Android 13 (One UI 5.1) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 180 g | 209 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass 7i | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass 5 |
| IP rating | IP65 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 161.3 x 74.8 x 7.4 mm | 158 x 76.5 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS |
| Front camera | 50 MP, f/2.0 | 10 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 50 MP, f/2.0, 2x telephoto | 8 MP, f/2.4, 3x optical zoom, OIS |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh |
| Charging | 80W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W, Wireless PowerShare |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.4 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2412 x 1080 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1200 | 1450 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core |
| GPU | Mali-G615 | Xclipse 920 / Adreno 730 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | Samsung Exynos 2200 / Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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